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Money Politics articles on Democracy Chronicles
This Money Politics section includes news about the efforts to reduce the influence of money over the election system that has grown substantially since the Citizens United ruling. Also see our entire section on Money Politics or our articles on Political Lobbying.
Politicians Can Raise Unlimited Money To Repay Themselves
A D.C federal judge ruled Wednesday that federal candidates can now raise money to repay themselves after elections are over.
JPMorgan Chase And Citigroup Resume Political Giving
Two big banks have resumed their political donating after the Jan. 6 disturbance in the US Capitol, but with new conditions.
Democracy Vouchers Play Crucial Role In Seattle Elections
Democracy vouchers,” funded by property taxes and being used in a Seattle mayoral race for the first time, are key to the local vote.
Parties Already Breaking Fundraising Records Ahead Of 2022
Democrats and the GOP are amassing huge sums of money ahead of the midterm, laying the groundwork for a costly 2024 clash.
How Dark Money Is Shaping Redistricting In 2021
Redistricting influences political outcomes. However, a network of “dark money” groups is complicating the redistricting process.
Shareholders Seek Transparency About Company Political Spending
Shareholders are increasingly aware of the risks in money politics. Investors now want more transparency into corporate political spending.
Outside Groups Spending Big On Race For NYC Mayor
Shaun Donovan’s campaign for NYC Mayor, backed with $6.8 million from his father, has spent $6.5 million on TV and digital commercials.
Why More Transparency Is Needed In Massachusetts
The Massachusetts legislature has refused to offer transparency by keeping committee votes secret and rushing through bill reviews.
Dictators Hire These American PR Firms After Crushing Protests
Some of the worst dictators have strong supporters in Washington whose actions thwart Biden’s attempts to promote democracy.